Mumbai, July 13 -- The iconic Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in south Mumbai was put on high alert today afternoon following an alleged bomb threat call.
Mumbai Police carried out a thorough security check, but no explosive substance was found and the threat was later declared a hoax.
According to police, an unidentified caller called Navi Mumbai Police control room and said that terrorists would target the Taj Hotel.
Mumbai Police was informed immediately. They acted quickly.
Bomb Detection and Disposal teams, dog squads and senior officers were sent to the hotel. Entry and exit gates were closed. Guests and staff were checked. A deep search was conducted inside the hotel and in the nearby areas.
Security was also intensified in Colaba and ot...